Hyundai KONA Electric vs. Kia Soul EV
When comparing the Hyundai KONA Electric's and the Kia Soul EV's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai KONA Electric has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Kia Soul EV has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai KONA Electric's and the Kia Soul EV's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Hyundai KONA Electric vs. Kia Soul EV Pricing
A used 2019 Hyundai KONA Electric ranges from $18,936 to $28,447 while a used 2019 Kia Soul EV is priced between $14,995 to $25,447.
Hyundai KONA Electric vs. Kia Soul EV Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai KONA Electric loses 57.9 percent of its value and the Kia Soul EV loses 59.3 percent of its value. This means the Hyundai KONA Electric retains 1.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Kia Soul EV.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai KONA Electric’s base engine makes 201 horsepower, and the Kia Soul EV base engine makes 109 horsepower. The KONA Electric is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 258 miles. The Soul EV is rated to deliver an average of 124 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 111 miles. This gives the Hyundai KONA Electric the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia Soul EV. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the KONA Electric is 9.5 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Soul EV is 33 hours (120V).
Passenger Space Comparison
The Kia Soul EV, a electric subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Hyundai KONA Electric, a electric SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room cargo space. The Hyundai KONA Electric and Kia Soul EV are comparable in regards to front head room, and front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
18936 - 28447
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.579252
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14995 - 25447
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.593315
Hyundai KONA Electric Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Kia Soul EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Hyundai KONA Electric Rankings
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39 out of / 42Kia Soul EV Rankings
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25 out of / 27Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Hyundai KONA Electric Trim Levels
Limited, SEL, Ultimate
Kia Soul EV Trim Levels
+, Base
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
290 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
109 hp
Torque:
210 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
127 / 108 / 120
Range (city/hwy):
258 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
64 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
9.5 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
MPGe:
124 / 93 / 108
Range (city/hwy):
111 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
30 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
33 hours (120V)
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
45.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
113.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
115.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3715 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
61.2 inches
Length:
164.6 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.2 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3289 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/60R16